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Snow Survey Northeast Expansion Act of 2023
3/13/2024, 1:07 PM
Summary of Bill S 2611
Bill 118 s 2611, also known as the Snow Survey Northeast Expansion Act of 2023, aims to expand the snow survey program in the Northeast region of the United States. The bill seeks to improve the accuracy and reliability of snowpack data in the Northeast by increasing the number of snow survey sites and enhancing the technology used to collect and analyze this data.
The snow survey program plays a crucial role in water resource management, as snowpack data is used to predict water availability for irrigation, drinking water, and other uses. By expanding the program in the Northeast, this bill aims to provide more accurate and timely information to water managers, farmers, and other stakeholders in the region.
The Snow Survey Northeast Expansion Act of 2023 has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the importance of improving snowpack data collection and analysis in the Northeast. The bill is seen as a proactive measure to address the impacts of climate change on water resources in the region. Overall, the Snow Survey Northeast Expansion Act of 2023 is a significant piece of legislation that aims to enhance the snow survey program in the Northeast, ultimately benefiting water resource management and stakeholders in the region.
The snow survey program plays a crucial role in water resource management, as snowpack data is used to predict water availability for irrigation, drinking water, and other uses. By expanding the program in the Northeast, this bill aims to provide more accurate and timely information to water managers, farmers, and other stakeholders in the region.
The Snow Survey Northeast Expansion Act of 2023 has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the importance of improving snowpack data collection and analysis in the Northeast. The bill is seen as a proactive measure to address the impacts of climate change on water resources in the region. Overall, the Snow Survey Northeast Expansion Act of 2023 is a significant piece of legislation that aims to enhance the snow survey program in the Northeast, ultimately benefiting water resource management and stakeholders in the region.
Congressional Summary of S 2611
Snow Survey Northeast Expansion Act of 2023
This bill directs the Natural Resources Conservation Service to expand its Snow Survey and Water Supply Forecasting program to northeastern states.
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Current Status of Bill S 2611
Bill S 2611 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill S 2611 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 27, 2023. Bill S 2611's most recent activity was Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Hearings held. as of November 1, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2611
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2611
Primary Policy Focus
Water Resources DevelopmentPotential Impact Areas
- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Environmental assessment, monitoring, research
- Maine
- New Hampshire
- New York State
- Vermont
- Water use and supply
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2611
Snow Survey Northeast Expansion Act of 2023
Snow Survey Northeast Expansion Act of 2023
A bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to expand the snow survey and water supply forecasting program to serve the Northeastern United States.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2611
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